Job Description

The following are the core responsibilities of the Nurse Lead. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: To act as the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the Business manager To produce the IPC annual statement To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes along with other clinical staff To manage the cervical screening programme and provide cervical screening clinics Offer comprehensive contraception and sexual health services Provide a holistic approach to wound management, including post-operative care and implement wound care in line with current evidence based guidelines Able to recognise and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines. Able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long- term conditions, preventing adverse effects on patients health As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice To review patient medications to enhance compliance To provide guidance to patients on the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages To coordinate and provide travel medicine services To request pathology services and process pathology results as required To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics To ensure the team maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with legislation To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team To ensure the appropriate use of chronic disease registers To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately To be the practice assessor to supervise student nurses/nurse associates/healthcare assistants Support all members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, conducting appraisals and training needs analyses as required Monitor and manage maintenance of stock and equipment, including vaccines refrigerator and emergency equipment Secondary Responsibilities.



In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Nurse Lead may be requested to: Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the partners Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice to improve patient care Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach Coordinate the nursing team rota, ensuring sufficient staff are available to meet patient needs Lead the planning and implementation of changes within the nursing team, enhancing the provision of services to patients Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation Professional Responsibilities and Development Be aware of and act in accordance with national policy procedures and legislation and NMC Code at all times including revalidation. Be aware of personal and professional developmental needs, maintain a personal and professional development plan and personal profile, using the appraisal system to update annually. Participate in practice-based learning and attend training courses relevant to your development plan or as required by national or local policy and professional requirements. Be willing to extend your role within the practice (should appraisal indicate) in agreement with the Partners.



The post holder is expected to maintain the standards of professional behaviour of the practice and professional bodies and adhere to the practice core behaviours framework. To carry out other duties commensurate with the grade as directed by the Partners. Other Delegated Duties This job description is not intended to be exhaustive - it may be changed after consultation with the post holder. The employee shares with the employer the responsibility for review and modification of duties.